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Best Garlic Butter Chicken Rigatoni: Easy & Creamy

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Some nights just call for something creamy, buttery, and wildly satisfying, and this Garlic Butter Chicken Rigatoni always delivers. It’s loaded with tender chicken, golden garlic, and pasta that soaks up every drop of that rich, velvety sauce. The smell alone will have people drifting into the kitchen asking what’s cooking. Best part? It looks and tastes like a dinner splurge but comes together in about 35 minutes with stuff you probably already have on hand. It’s my go-to for comfort food without the chaos.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

3 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

12 oz rigatoni pasta

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Cook the rigatoni according to the package directions, then drain and set aside.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook for 6–8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the remaining tablespoon of butter and sauté the garlic for about a minute, just until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth, stir, and let it simmer for 3–4 minutes to reduce slightly.
  4. Add Cream and Parmesan: Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  5. Combine Pasta and Chicken: Add the cooked chicken and rigatoni to the skillet and toss to coat everything in the sauce.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

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Notes

  • You can swap the rigatoni for any pasta you love, penne, fettuccine, or whatever’s in your pantry.
  • For an extra creamy finish, stir in a little more Parmesan or add a splash of heavy cream.
  • Pair it with a fresh side salad or warm garlic bread to round out the meal.
  • Author: Jennifer West
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stove
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://evryfoodie.com/garlic-butter-chicken-rigatoni/